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HA ZYVIE W I MPUMAL ANGA
www.elephantwhispers.co.za
JANUARY 2023
GRASKOP Kruger National Park
LIMPOPO PROVINCE
MOZAMBIQUE R40 R536
BOTSWANA
R535
Madikwe GR
NAMIBIA
Pilanesberg GR Johannesburg ELEPHANT
WHISPERS Sabie River
NORTH WEST PROVINCE GAUTENG MPUMALANGA Perry’s Bridge
SWAZILAND Trading Post
HAZYVIEW
R532 R536
FREE STATE KWAZULU-
NATAL
Kruger
NORTHERN CAPE
LESOTHO National
Durban
R538 Park
R40
SABIE
ATLANTIC EASTERN CAPE
OCEAN
INDIAN
OCEAN
Cape Town WESTERN CAPE
Join us for an enlightening interactive elephant
experience; meet our five magnificent African
elephants and learn about their extraordinary
R40 behaviour and physiology, observing first-hand how
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the elephants have developed trust in the kindness
and care they receive from the team.
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Visitors to the Centre experience life-changing
WHITE RIVER moments when they encounter the elephants, the
Elephant Whispers Team work hard to translate this
into an understanding of the need for long-term,
sustainable wildlife conservation, and elephant
conservation in particular.
For those seeking an enjoyable meaningful
experience, an elephant interaction at Elephant
Whispers is a memorable and touching activity not
to be missed. The mighty elephant is the world’s
largest living land animal, the mere sight of these
impressive tusked creatures inspires awe and respect.
LO C AT I O N • Elephant Whispers is situated in the Sandford Conservancy on the banks of the Sabie River. • Hazyview, Mpumalanga. E L E P H A N T A CT I V I T I E S ELEPHANT INTERACTION DURATION: 1 HR ACTIVITY TIMES: 09h00, 12h00, 16h00 Experience the thrill of being close to these magnificent creatures, witness their intelligence, their compassionate nature and the deep bonds they share with their human family. While the Elephant Handlers share their wealth of knowledge about fascinating elephant behaviour, enjoy a wonderful hour of touching and feeding the elephant, taking photographs and experiencing the incredible trust that has developed through gentle interaction. INTERACTION & WALK WITH THE ELEPHANT DURATION: 1 HR 30 MIN ACTIVITY TIMES: 09h00, 12h00, 16h00 For a memorable hour, guests have the chance to interact with these enormous creatures – handing out pellets and touching the varying textures of their trunk, skin and feet. The interaction is followed by a relaxing stroll through the bush with the elephant.
ELEPHANT EXPERIENCE & LUNCH AT HIPPO HOLLOW DURATION: 1 HR 30 MIN ACTIVITY TIME: 12h00 After your interaction and elephant walk, enjoy a delicious lunch at neighboring Hippo Hollow Country Estate. SUNSET INTERACTION, ELEPHANT WALK & SUNDOWNERS DURATION: 1 HR 45 MIN ACTIVITY TIME: 16h00 In the late afternoon, with a comfortable stable in mind and a good meal waiting, the elephant delight in heading for home. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon amble with them as a privileged member of the Elephant group as they peacefully carry out their evening routine. Complete a magical experience with a sundowner drink while listening to the sounds of the elephant settling to sleep. ULTIMATE ELEPHANT EXPERIENCE DURATION: 2 HRS ACTIVITY TIME: 12h00 On arrival your hosts, the elephants extend a warm welcome. Experience the pleasure of interacting with these amazing creatures and learn about their important role as wildlife ambassadors for the African Elephant. Set off into the African bush for a midday elephant ramble with great photographic opportunities of the elephant in the bush and interacting with their Handlers. The privilege of dining with these large mammals will become a reality, as a light picnic is spread out before you, as you, weather permitting, watch the elephant cavorting in the dam, and enjoying their mud bath. Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and your delicious meal in a peaceful setting, while the elephants whisper their secrets to the breeze in the trees around you.
BECOME A WELCOME MEMBER OF THE ELEPHANT WHISPER’S HERD FOR A MORNING… DURATION: HALF DAY ACTIVITY TIME: 07h00 - 13h30 Your morning with the elephant starts with Tembo, Shamwari, Ziziphus, Lindiwe, and Andile ambling down the pathway in the morning light to meet you. After introductions and offering elephant treats, enjoy the privilege of helping brush the elephants and experience morning exercises; learning how to gently interact with the elephant, and witnessing the unique relationship the Elephant Handlers enjoy with each elephant. A typical elephant ramble follows; meandering down shady paths and enjoying regular stops for elephant breakfast feasting. After a breakfast snack and refreshments on the deck overlooking the Sabie valley, join in the elephant activities until midday. End your elephant experience, weather permitting during the warmer months, with a picnic lunch on the deck while the elephants enjoy their swim and mud bath.
T E R M S & CO N D I T I O N S RATES ARE QUOTED • Inclusive of VAT • In South African Rands • Subject to availability RATES INCLUDE • Elephant activity booked RATES EXCLUDE • Transfers to/from Elephant Whispers • Extra drinks and beverages • Telephone Calls • Curio Shop Purchases BOOKINGS & PAYMENT POLICY • Bookings will be confirmed upon receipt of a 50 % deposit payment, or a completed signed credit authorisation form. • Full prepayment is due 15 days before arrival for bookings under 10 pax, for group bookings over 10 pax, full prepayment is due 30 days before arrival. • All booking details must be confirmed in writing, i.e. by letter, fax or email. • All changes to bookings, i.e. dates, number of visitors, activity details etc. must be notified in writing. • Elephant Whispers reserves the right to accept and confirm bookings at their discretion. • Visa and MasterCard are accepted. CANCELLATION POLICY Only cancellations received in writing will be recognised. GROUP BOOKINGS I.E. MORE THAN 10 VISITORS • Should a cancellation be received 30 days or more prior to arrival, the d eposit will be refunded in full. • Bookings cancelled 29 – 16 days prior to arrival will be charged 50% of the total cost. • Bookings cancelled 15 days or less prior to arrival will be charged 100% of the total cost. INDIVIDUAL OR SMALL GROUP BOOKINGS I.E. 10 VISITORS OR LESS • Should a cancellation be received 15 days or more prior to a visit, the deposit will be refunded in full. • Bookings cancelled 14 – 8 days prior to arrival will be charged 50 % of the total cost. • Bookings cancelled 7 days or less before the visit will be charged 100% of the total cost CHILD POLICY • We welcome children of all ages (under adult supervision) for the Elephant Interactions. • The minimum age for activities including Walking with the Elephant is 6 years, they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and their inclusion in the activity is at the discretion of management. • Children age 12 and under qualify for the children’s rates. Children age 13 and over will be charged the full adult rate.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Safety precautions will be explained in detail.
• Before meeting the elephant, guests are required to sign an indemnity.
WHAT TO TAKE
• Comfortable walking shoes.
• Light comfortable clothing for day tours, especially during summer.
• A jacket for the early morning and late afternoon winter programme.
• For the early morning and late afternoon programmes in the summertime, it is wise to
apply mosquito repellent.
• For your comfort it is advisable to wear comfortable closed walking shoes when walking
with the elephant.
• Sun hat, sunglasses and sunblock.
• Camera with a spare memory card and extra batteries.
ARRIVAL TIME
Guests are requested to arrive 15 minutes before their elephant activity is scheduled to start.
HOW TO GET THERE
ADDRESS
R 40, Hazyview, Mpumalanga
GPS CO-ORDINATES
SOUTH -25° 1’ 39.2268” | EAST 31° 7’ 30.9822”
DIRECTIONS FROM KRUGER MPUMALANGA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
• Exit the airport, at the T-junction turn right towards White River.
• Turn left at the next T-junction and immediately right towards Plaston (R538).
• Carry on straight for 8.7km until you get to the first traffic lights in White River (Mosque
is on your left hand side) and turn right onto the R40 towards Hazyview (travelling for
approximately 45km).
• At the T-junction turn left into Hazyview & continue straight through the C.B.D.
• Pass the Total Filling Station on your left
• 500m further down the R40 on you will find Perry’s Bridge Trading Post on your left
hand side.
• Cross over the stop street, continue past Hippo Hollow on your left hand side, cross the
Sabie River, and a short distance after that turn left into Elephant Whispers.
DIRECTIONS FROM GAUTENG/PRETORIA TO ELEPHANT WHISPERS
• Take the N4 or the N12 to Nelspruit via Witbank and Middleburg.
• Approximately 7 km before Nelspruit , turn left on the new off-ramp towards White River/R40.
• Follow all signs directing towards White River.
• As you approach White River proceed straight through the 1st set of traffic lights
(Sabie turnoff on the left, Spur restaurant on the right).
• At the next set of traffic lights turn left.
• Turn right at the following set (signposted Lowveld Info).
• Continue along this road and turn left at the 2nd set of traffic lights onto the
R40 towards Hazyview (for approximately 45km).
• At the T-junction turn left into Hazyview and continue straight through the C.B.D.
• Pass the Total Filling Station on your left.
• 500m further down the R40 on you will find Perry’s Bridge Trading Post on your left hand side.
• Cross over the stop street, continue past Hippo Hollow on your left hand side, cross the
Sabie River, and a short distance after that turn left into Elephant Whispers
CO N TA CT D E TA I LS
RESERVATIONS Ronell du Toit
MOBILE +27 (0)82 498 4683
E-MAIL reservations@elephantwhispers.co.za
WEBSITE www.elephantwhispers.co.za
PHYSICAL ADDRESS Address R40, Hazyview, Mpumalanga, South Africa
POSTAL ADDRESS P O Box 5, Hazyview, 1242
GENERAL MANAGER André Kotze
B A N K I N G D E TA I LS
ACCOUNT NAME Elephant Whispers
BANK First National Bank
BRANCH CODE 271152
ACCOUNT NUMBER 62147882337
TYPE OF ACCOUNT Cheque
VAT NUMBER 486 024 0847
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